PHIL 133Philosophy of Mind
Focuses on philosophical questions concerning the nature of mind. Central topics include the relation between mind and matter, and the nature of consciousness. Other topics typically explored include: artificial intelligence; animal consciousness and intelligence; and the relation between thought and language.
Prerequisite(s): PHIL 9; one from PHIL 11 or PHIL 22 or PHIL 23 or PHIL 24 or PHIL 80E or BME 80G/PHIL 80G or PHIL 80M or PHIL 80S; and PHIL 100A or PHIL 100B or PHIL 100C.
- All students can enroll - prerequisite review is lifted in summer.
- From the Instructor: What is the mind, and how does it relate to the physical world? What is consciousness? Can Artificial Intelligence be conscious? What is thinking and memory? What is self-awareness or delusion? What is a phenomenal experience? What is the mind-body problem? Do animals have minds? This course looks at how these questions have been answered in ancient, modern, and contemporary philosophy while aiming to enhance and develop students' skills in philosophical reasoning.
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When it runs
Summer 2026Open Summer 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed 9:00am–12:30pm | Crown Clrm 208 | S. Paul | Open 28/41 |
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